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Rise of Conspiracy Theories

Cory delves into the rise of conspiracy theories, attributing it to the prevalence of actual conspiracies in various spheres. He highlights how individuals immersed in certain beliefs often possess deep knowledge of related historical events, suggesting a link between industry collusion and the surge in conspiratorial thinking.

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Y Combinator Startup Podcast
#153 - Cory Doctorow and Joe Betts-LaCroix
Related Questions
- What do experts say about the trend of conspiracy theories evolving into what some call "conspiracy facts" these days?
- How do conspiracy theories form, as discussed in the episode 903: Dan Ariely | Why Rational People Believe Irrational Things and the clip Unraveling Conspiracy Addiction?